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Is this pump self-priming? Does it need a foot valve?
Bret
from Colorado
February 24, 2020
Answer
Most pumps, including this Red Lion pump, are self-priming, but they will require you to prime the pump by filling the priming port and pump housing with water upon initial installation, to force any air out and allow for the impeller to start sucking water. Any air pockets left in the lines or the pump will cause the pump to become air-bound. An air-bound pump will not operate properly until the air is removed and replaced by water. As long as a check or foot valve is installed on the suction pipe and you never lose suction, you should not need to re-prime the pump.
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Do you know which terminals the wires from the 230 vac connect to, if it matters?
Charlene M.
from Utah
August 12, 2019
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All wiring instructions for that pump are located on pages 3 & 4 of the PUMP MANUAL. If you still have problems, please reach out to Red Lion tech support at 888-956-0000 for further assistance.
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